1.0. RECRUITMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS:

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3 RELEVANT EXTRACTS from THE UGC REGULATIONS, 2010, Government Resolution of Department of Higher & Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra no. Sankrina 2011/ (25/11) Vi.Shi. 1 dated 15/02/11 and the University of Mumbai CIRCULAR NO. CONCOL/TAU/ 40 of dated 19 th March, 2013, in regards to APPOINTMENTS AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT SCHEME OF TEACHERS AND OTHER ACADEMIC STAFF IN UNIVERSITY / COLLEGES AND MEASURES FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF STANDARDS IN HIGHER EDUCATION 2010 IN UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT & CONSTITUENT COLLEGES (hereafter referred to as University)andall Affiliated Colleges / Recognized Institutes (hereafter referred as Colleges)of the University of Mumbai RECRUITMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS: 1.1. The direct recruitment to the posts of Assistant Professors, Associate Professors and Professors in the University and Colleges shall be on the basis of merit through all India advertisement (As per University of Mumbai Circular No. CONCOL/75 of 1988, dated 3 rd March, 1988) and selections by the duly constituted Selection Committees as per the provisions made in this Circular to be incorporated under the Statutes/Ordinances of theuniversity.the composition of such committees as prescribed in this Circular The minimum qualifications required for the post of Assistant Professors, Associate Professors, Professors, Principals, Assistant Directors of Physical Education and Sports, Deputy Director of Physical Education and Sports, Directors of Physical Education and Sports, Assistant Librarians, Deputy Librarians, Librarians as prescribed in this Circular. 1.3 The minimum requirements of a good academic record, 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) at the master s level and qualifying in the National Eligibility Test (NET), or an accredited test (State Level Eligibility Test SLET/SET), shall remain for the appointment of Assistant Professors NET/SLET/SET shall remain the minimum eligibility condition for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professors in University / Colleges / Institutions. Provided however, that candidates, who are or have been awarded Ph. D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in University / Colleges / Institutions NET/SLET/SET shall not be required for such Masters Degree Programmes in disciplines for which NET/SLET/SET accredited test is not conducted A minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) will be required at the Master s level for those recruited as teachers at any level from industries and research institutions and at the entry level of Assistant Professors, Assistant Librarians, Assistant Directors of Physical Education and Sports A relaxation of 5% may be provided at the graduate and master s level for the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Differently abled (Physically and visually differently abled) categories for the purpose of eligibility and for assessing good academic record during direct recruitment to teaching positions. The eligibility marks of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and the relaxation of 5% to the categories mentioned above are permissible, based on only the qualifying marks without including any grace mark procedures. Page no. 1 of 149

4 1.8. A relaxation of 5% may be provided, from 55% to 50% of the marks to the Ph.D. Degree holders, who have obtained their Master s Degree prior to 19 th September, Relevant grade which is regarded as equivalent of 55% wherever the grading system is followed shall also be considered eligible The Ph.D. Degree shall be a mandatory qualification for the appointment of Professors and for promotion as Professors The Ph.D. Degree shall be a mandatory qualification for all candidates to be appointed as Associate Professor through direct recruitment The period of time taken by candidates to acquire M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. Degree shall not be considered as teaching/ research experience to be claimed for appointment to the teaching positions QUALIFICATIONS FORDIRECT RECRUITMENT FOR TEACHERS IN ARTS, HUMANITIES, SCIENCES, SOCIAL SCIENCES, COMMERCE, EDUCATION, LANGUAGES, LAW, JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION. 1 PROFESSOR: A. (i) An eminent scholar with Ph.D. qualification(s) in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline and published work of high quality actively engaged in research with evidence of published work with a minimum of 10 publications as books and/or research/policy papers. (ii) A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in Universities/colleges, and/or experience in research at the Universities/National level institutions/industries, including experience of guiding candidates for research at doctoral level. (iii) Contribution to educational innovation, design of new curricula and courses, and technology mediated teaching learning process. (iv) A minimum score as stipulated in the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS), set out inappendix I of this Circular. OR B. An outstanding professional, with established reputation in the relevant field, who has made significant contributions to the knowledge in the concerned / allied / relevant discipline, to be substantiated by credentials. 2. PRINCIPAL i. A Master s Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed). ii. Ph.D. Degree in concerned/allied/relevant discipline(s) in the institution concerned with evidence of published work and research guidance. iii. Associate Professor/Professor with a total experience of fifteen years of teaching/research/administration in Universities, Colleges and other institutions of higher education. iv. A minimum score as stipulated in the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS), as set out in Appendix I of this Circular. Page no. 2 of 149

5 3. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR i. A Master s Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed). ii. Good academic record with Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines. iii. A minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a Universities, Colleges or Accredited Research Institutions/Industries excluding the period of Ph.D. Research with evidence of published work and a minimum of 5 publications as books and/or research/policy papers. iv. Contribution to educational innovation, design of new curricula and courses, and technology mediated teaching learning process with evidence of having guided doctoral candidates and research students. v. A minimum score as stipulated in the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS), as set out in Appendix I of this Circular. 4. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: i. Good academic record as defined by the concerned University with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) at the Master s Degree level in a relevant subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University. ii. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR or similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET. iii. Notwithstanding anything contained in sub clauses (i) and (ii) to this Clause, candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph. D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in University/ Colleges / Institutions. iv. NET/SLET/SET shall also not be required for such Masters Programmes in disciplines for which NET/SLET/SET is not conducted QUALIFICATIONS FOR DIRECT RECRUITMENT FOR TEACHERS IN MUSIC, PERFORMING ARTS, VISUAL ARTS AND OTHER TRADITIONAL INDIAN ART FORMS LIKE SCULPTURE, ETC MUSIC & DANCE DISCIPLINE: 1. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: i. Good academic record with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) at the Master s Degree level, in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/Foreign University. ii. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) for lecturers conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or similar test accredited by the UGC. Notwithstanding anything contained in the sub clauses (i) and (ii) to this Clause, candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph. D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in University/Colleges. Page no. 3 of 149

6 iii. NET/SLET/SET shall also not be required for such Masters Programme/s in disciplines for which NET/SLET/SET is not conducted. OR ia traditional and a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should have: a) Studied under noted/reputed traditional masters and has thorough knowledge to explain the subject concerned; b) A high grade artist of AIR/TV; and c) Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. 2. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: i. Good academic record with doctoral degree, with performing ability of high professional standard. ii. Eight years of experience of teaching at the Universities, Colleges level and/or research in Universities/National level Institutions excluding the period spent for obtaining the research degree. iii. Has made significant contributions to the knowledge in the subject concerned, as evidenced by quality of publications. iv. Contribution to educational innovation such as designing of new courses, curricula and/or outstanding performing achievement in the field of specialization. OR i.a traditional and a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should be or have: a. A grade artist of AIR/TV; b. Eight years of outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialization; c. Experience in designing of new courses and /or curricula; d. Participation in Seminars/Conferences in reputed institutions; and e. Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. 3. PROFESSOR: i. An eminent scholar with doctoral degree actively and engaged in research with ten years of experience in teaching in Universities/Colleges and/or research at the Universities/National level institutions including experience of guiding research at doctoral level with outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialization. OR i. A traditional and a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should be or have: a) A grade artist of AIR/TV; b) Twelve years of outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialization; c) Significant contributions in the field of specializations and ability to guide research; d) Participation in National/International Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops and/ or recipient of National/International Awards/Fellowships; and e) Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. Page no. 4 of 149

7 3.2. DRAMA DISCIPLINE: 1. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR i. Good academic record with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) at the Master s Degree level, in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/Foreign University. ii. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or similar test accredited by the UGC. However, candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph. D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in University /Colleges. iii. Without prejudice to the above, NET/SLET/SET shall also not be required for such Masters Programmes in disciplines for which NET/SLET/SET is not conducted. OR i. Atraditional and a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject who should be or have: a) A professional artist with first class degree/diploma from National School of Drama or any other such approved Institution in India or abroad; b)five years of regular acclaimed performance in regional/ national/ international stage with evidence; and c)ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in said discipline. 2. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: i. Good academic record with doctoral degree with performing ability of high professional standard as recommended by an expert committee constituted by the University for the said purpose. ii. Eight years of experience of teaching in Universities / Colleges and/ or research in Universities/National level institutions excluding the period spent for obtaining the research degree. iii. Has made significant contributions to the knowledgein the subject concerned, as evidenced by quality of publications. iv. Contributions to educational innovation such as designing new courses and/ or curricula and/ or outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialisations. OR ia traditional and a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should be or have: a. A recognised artist of Stage/ Radio/TV; b. Eight years of outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialisation; c. Experience in designing of new courses and /or curricula; d. Participation in Seminars/Conferences in reputed institutions; and e. Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. Page no. 5 of 149

8 3. PROFESSOR i. An eminent scholar with doctoral degree actively engaged in research with ten years of experience in teaching and /or research at the Universities/National level institutions including experience of guiding research in doctoral level, with outstanding performing achievement in the field of specialisation. OR i. A traditional and a professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should be or have: a. Twelve years of outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialisation; b. Has made significant contributions in the field of specialisations and has the ability to guide research; c. Participation in National/International Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops and/ or recipient of National/International Awards/ Fellowships; and d. Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations VISUAL (FINE) ARTS DISCIPLINE 1. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR i. Good academic record with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) at the Master s degree level, in the relevant subject or an equivalent degree from an Indian/Foreign University. ii. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) for lecturers conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or similar test accredited by the UGC. Notwithstanding anything contained in sub clauses (i) and (ii) to this Clause candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph.D.Degree, in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in University/ Colleges / Institutions. iii. Without prejudice to the above, NET/SLET/SET shall also not be required for such Masters Programmes in disciplines for which NET/SLET/SET is not conducted. OR i. A Professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should have: a. First class Diploma in Visual (Fine) arts discipline from the recognised Institution of India/Abroad; b. Five years of experience of holding regular regional/national exhibitions/workshops with evidence; and c. Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. 2. ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: i. Good academic record with doctoral degree with performing ability of high professional standard. ii. Eight years of experience of teaching in Universities / Colleges and/ or research in Universities / National level institutions excluding the period spent for the research degree of M.Phil. / Ph.D. Page no. 6 of 149

9 iii. Has made significant contributions to the knowledge in the subject concerned, as evidenced by quality of publications. iv. Contributions to educational innovation such as designing new courses and/or curricula and/or outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialisations. OR i. ATraditional and a Professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should have: a. A recognised artist of his/her own discipline. b. Eight years of outstanding performing achievements in the field of specialisation; c. Experience in designing of new courses and /or curricula; d. Participation in Seminars/Conferences in reputed institutions; and e. Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. 3. PROFESSOR: i. An eminent scholar with doctoral degree actively engaged in research with ten years of experience in teaching and /or research at the Universities/National level institutions including experience of guiding research in doctoral level, with outstanding performing achievement in the field of specialisation. OR i. A Professional artist with highly commendable professional achievement in the concerned subject, who should have: a. Twelve years of experience of holding regular regional/national exhibition / workshops with evidence; b. Significant contributions in the field of specialisation and ability to guide research; c. Participation in National/International Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops and/or recipient of National/International Awards/ Fellowships; and d. Ability to explain the logical reasoning of the subject concerned and adequate knowledge to teach theory with illustrations in that discipline. 4.0.QUALIFICATION PRESCRIBED FOR FACULTY POSITIONS IN THE REGULATIONS OF NCTE 4.1. QUALIFICATIONS FOR B. Ed. COURSE: 1.PRINCIPAL / HEAD (in multi faculty institution): a. Academic and professional qualification will be as prescribed for the post of lecturer; b. Ph.D. in Education; and c. Ten years teaching experience out of which at least five years teaching experience in a Secondary Teacher Educational Institution. Provided that, in the event of non availability of eligible and suitable candidates for appointment as Principal / Heads as per above eligibility criteria, it would be permissible to appoint retired Professor / Head in Education on contract basis for a period not exceeding one year at a time, till such time the candidates complete sixty five years of age. 2. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: A. Foundation Courses 1. A Master s Degree in Science / Humanities / Arts with 50% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); Page no. 7 of 149

10 2. M. Ed. With at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); and 3. Any other stipulation prescribed by the UGC / any such affiliating body / State Government, from time to time for the positions of principal and lecturers, shall be mandatory; OR 1. M. A. in Education with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); 2. B. Ed. with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); and 3. Any other stipulation prescribed by the UGC / any such affiliating body / State Government, from time to time for the positions of principal and lecturers, shall be mandatory. B. Methodology Courses 1. A Master s Degree in subject with 50% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); 2. M. Ed. Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); and 3. Any other stipulation prescribed by the UGC / any such affiliating body / State Government, from time to time for the position of principal and lecturers, shall be mandatory. Provided that at least one lecturer should have specialisations in ICT and another in the special education. 4.2.QUALIFICATIONS FOR M. Ed. COURSE: 1. PROFESSOR / HEAD: a. A Master s Degree in Arts / Humanities / Sciences / Commerce and M. Ed. each with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed), OR a. M. A. (Education) with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and B. Ed. each with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); b. Ph. D. in Education; and c. At least ten years of teaching experience in University department of Education or College of Education of which a minimum of five years at the M. Ed. level with published work in the area of his specialisation. Provided that, in the event of non availability of eligible and suitable candidates for appointment as Professor / HOD / Reader as per above eligibility criteria, it would be permissible to appoint retire Professor / HOD / Reader in Education on contract basis for a period not exceeding one year at a time till such time the candidates complete sixty five years of age. 2.ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: a. A Master s Degree in Arts / Humanities / Sciences / Commerce and M. Ed. each with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed), Page no. 8 of 149

11 OR a. M. A. (Education) and B. Ed. each with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); b. Ph. D. in Education; and c. At least eight years of teaching experience in University department of Education or College of Education, with a minimum of three years at the M. Ed. level and has published work in the relevant area of specialisation. 3. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR a. A Master s Degree in Arts / Humanities / Sciences / Commerce and M. Ed. each with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed), OR a. M. A. (Education) and B. Ed. each with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); and b. Any other stipulation prescribed by the UGC / such other affiliating body / State Government, from time to time for the positions of Principal and lecturers, shall be mandatory. Provided that it is desirable that one faculty member possesses a Master s Degree in Psychology and another member in Philosophy/Sociology besides M. Ed. 5.0.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR DIRECT RECRUITMENT TO THE POSTS OF LIBRARIAN, DEPUTY LIBRARIAN AND UNIVERSITY ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN / COLLEGE LIBRARIAN 1. UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN i. A Master Degree in Library Science /Information Science/Documentation with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven points scale and consistently good academic record. ii. At least thirteen years as a Deputy Librarian in a University library or eighteen years experience as a College Librarian. iii. Evidence of innovative library service and organization of published work. iv. Desirable: M.Phil. /Ph.D. Degree in Library Science/Information Science / Documentation / Archives and Manuscript keeping. 2. UNIVERSITY DEPUTY LIBRARIAN i. A Master s Degree in Library Science/Information Science / Documentation with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale and a consistently good academic record. ii. Five years experience as an Assistant University Librarian/College Librarian. iii. Evidence of innovative library service and organization of published work and professional commitment, Computerization of library. iv. Desirable: M.Phil. /Ph.D. Degree in Library Science/Information Science / Documentation / Archives and Manuscript keeping / Computerization of Library. 3. UNIVERSITY ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN /COLLEGE LIBRARIAN i. A Master s Degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and a consistently good academic record with knowledge of computerization of library. Page no. 9 of 149

12 ii. iii. Qualifying in the national level test conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. However, candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph.D.Degree, in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of University Assistant Librarian /College Librarian MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST OF DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS AND UNIVERSITY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS/COLLEGE DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS 1. UNIVERSITY DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS i. Ph.D. in Physical Education. ii. Experience of at least ten years as University Deputy DPE&S or fifteen years as University Assistant DPE&S/College DPE&S(selection grade). iii. Participation in at least two national/international seminars/conferences. iv. Consistently good appraisal reports. v. Evidence of organizing competitions and conducting coaching camps of at least two weeks duration. vi. Evidence of having produced good performance teams/athletes for competitions like state/national/inter University/combined University, etc. 2.UNIVERSITY DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS i. Ph.D. in Physical Education. Candidates from outside the University system, in addition, shall also possess at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) at the Master s Degree level by the University. ii. Eight years experience as University Assistant DPES/College DPES, with a benefit of two years and one year for Ph.D. and M.Phil. Degree holders. iii. Evidence of organizing competitions and conducting coaching camps of at least two weeks duration. iv. Evidence of having produced good performance teams/athletes for competitions like state / national / inter University / combined University, etc. v. Passed the physical fitness test in accordance with this circular. vi. Consistently good appraisal reports. 3. UNIVERSITY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS / COLLEGE DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS i. A Master s Degree in Physical Education or Master s Degree in Sports Science with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) with a consistently good academic record. ii. Record of having represented the University / college at the inter University /inter collegiate competitions or the State and/ or national championships. iii. Qualifying in the national level test conducted for the purpose by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC. Page no. 10 of 149

13 iv. Passed the physical fitness test conducted in accordance with this Circular. v. However, candidates, who are, or have been awarded Ph. D. degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree), Regulations 2009, shall be exempted from the requirement of the minimum eligibility condition of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of University Assistant Director of Physical Education and Sports / College Director of Physical Education & Sports. 4. PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST NORMS a) Subject to the provisions of this circular, all candidates who are required to undertake the physical fitness test shall be required to produce a medical certificate certifying that he/she is medically fit before undertaking such tests. b) On production of such certificate mentioned in sub clause (a) above, the candidate would be required to undertake the physical fitness test in accordance with the following norms: NORMS FOR MEN 12 MINUTES RUN/WALK TEST Up to 30 years Up to 40 years Up to 45 years Up to 50 years 1800 metres 1500 metres 1200 metres 800 metres NORMS FOR WOMEN 8 MINUTES RUN/WALK TEST Up to 30 years Up to 40 years Up to 45 years Up to 50 years 1000 metres 800 metres 600 metres 400 metres 6.1.QUALIFICATIONS FOR M. P.Ed. COURSE: PRINCIPAL / HEAD: a. A Master s degree in Physical Education with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed). b. Ph.D. in Physical Education or equivalent published work in Physical Education; and c. Ten Years teaching experience out of which five years experience shall be in a college of Physical Education. Provided that in the event of non availability of eligible and suitable candidates for appointment as Principal / Head as per above eligibility criteria, it would be permissible to appoint retired Principal / Head in Physical Education on contract basis for a period not exceeding one year at a time till such time the candidates complete sixty five years of age PROFESSOR: a. A Master s Degree in Physical Education with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); b. Ph.D. in Physical Education or equivalent published work; and c. At least ten years teaching / research experience in a department / college of Physical Education out of which at least five years in the post graduate institution / University department. Page no. 11 of 149

14 6.1.3 ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR a. A Master s Degree in Physical Education with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) b. At least eight years teaching / research experience in a department / college of Physical Education out of which at least three years in the post graduate level; and c. Ph.D. in Physical Education or Equivalent published work. Provided that in the event of non availability of eligible and suitable candidates for appointment as Professor / Reader as per above eligibility criteria, it would be permissible to appoint retired Professor / Reader in Physical Education on contract basis for a period not exceeding one year at a time till such time the candidates complete sixty five years of postretirement service ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: a. A Master s Degree in Physical Education with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed); and b. Any other stipulation prescribed by the UGC / such other affiliating body / State Government, from time to time for the positions of Principal and lecturers, shall be mandatory Since the UGC has prescribed the above qualifications for teaching positions in all higher education institutions for maintenance of minimum standards in consultation with the Statutory Councils governing the approval of courses respectively, any future modification in qualifications for appointment of teachers in Universities/colleges offering such courses will automatically be considered as adopted by the UGC as prescribed qualifications for those courses. 8.0.PERCENTAGE EQUIVALENCE OF GRADE POINTS FOR A SEVEN POINT SCALE: It is hereby clarified that where the University/College/Institution declare results in grade points which is on a scale of seven, the following mechanism shall be referred to ascertain equivalent marks in percentage: Grade Grade Point Percentage Equivalent O Outstanding A Very Good B Good C Average D Below Average E Poor F Fail SELECTION COMMITTEESAND GUIDELINES ON SELECTION PROCEDURES : The UGC has evolved the following guidelines on: a. Constitution of Selection Committees for selection of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Assistant Librarian, Deputy Librarian, Librarian, Assistant Director of Physical Education and Sports, Deputy Director of Physical Education and Sports and Director of Physical Education and Sports, and b. Specified Selection Procedures for direct recruitment and Career Advancement Schemes Regulations for teachers and other academic staff in University andall affiliated colleges. Page no. 12 of 149

15 9.1. Selection Committee Specifications: The Selection Committee for the post of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Assistant Librarian, Deputy Librarian, Librarian, Assistant Director of Physical Education and Sports, Deputy Director of Physical Education and Sports and Director of Physical Education and Sports (and equivalent) in University and all affiliated colleges shall have the following compositions : Assistant Professor in the University a)the Selection Committee for the post of Assistant Professor in the University shall have the following composition: 1. The Vice Chancellor shall be the Chairperson of the Selection Committee. 2. Three experts in the concerned subject nominated by the Vice Chancellor out of the panel of names approved by the relevant statutory body of the University. 3. Dean of the concerned Faculty, wherever applicable 4. Head/Chairperson of the Department/School. 5. An academician nominated by the Visitor/Chancellor, wherever applicable. 6. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently abled categories to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor or Acting Vice Chancellor, if any of the candidates representing these categories is the applicant and if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category. b) At least four members, including two outside subject experts shall constitute the quorum Associate Professor in the University a) The Selection Committee for the post of Associate Professor in the University shall have the following compositions: 1. Vice Chancellor shall be the Chairperson of the Selection Committee. 2. An academician who is the nominee of the Visitor/Chancellor, wherever applicable. 3. Three experts in the concerned subject / field nominated by the Vice Chancellor out of the panel of the names approved by the relevant statutory body of the University. 4. Dean of the faculty, wherever applicable. 5. Head/Chairperson of the Department/School. 6. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently abled categories, if any of the candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category. b) At least four members, including two outside subject experts, shall constitute the quorum Professor in the University The compositions of the Selection Committee for the post of Professor in the University shall be similar in composition as that for the post of Associate Professor set out in Clause above Assistant Professor in Affiliated Colleges (NON MINORITY COLLEGES): i. Chairperson of the Governing Body of the college or his/her nominee from among the members of the Governing body to be the Chairperson of the Selection Committee. ii. The Principal of the College. iii. Head of the Department of the subject concerned in the College. iv. Two nominees of the Vice Chancellor of the University of whom one should be a subject expert. v. Two subject experts not connected with the college to be nominated by the Chairperson of the governing body of the college out of a panel of five names recommended by the Vice Chancellor from the list of subject experts approved by the relevant statutory body of the University. Page no. 13 of 149

16 vi. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category Assistant Professor in Affiliated Colleges (MINORITY COLLEGES): i. Chairperson of the Governing Body of the college or his/her nominee from among the members of the Governing body to be the Chairperson of the Selection Committee. ii. The Principal of the College. iii. Head of the Department of the subject concerned in the College. iv. Two nominees of the Chairperson of the college from out of a panel of five names, preferably from minority communities, recommended by the Vice Chancellor of the University from the list of experts suggested by the relevant statutory body of the college, of whom one should be a subject expert v. Two subject experts not connected with the College to be nominated by the Chairperson of the Governing Body of the College out of the panel of five names, preferably from minority communities, recommended by the Vice Chancellor, from the list of subject experts approved by the relevant statutory body of the College vi. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category. NOTE: a. The quorum for the meeting should be five of which at least two subject experts out of the three subject experts must be present. b. For all levels of teaching positions in Government colleges, the State Public Services Commissions / Teacher Recruitment Boards must invite three subject experts for which the University, be involved in the selection process by the State PSC. c. For all levels of teaching positions in constituted college(s) of a University the Selection committee norms shall be similar to that of the posts of department/s of the University Associate Professor in Affiliated Colleges (NON MINORITY COLLEGES): i. The Chairperson of the Governing Body or his or her nominee, from among the members of the Governing body to be the Chairperson of the Selection Committee. ii. The Principal of the College. iii. The Head of the Department of the concerned subject from the college. iv. Two University representatives nominated by the Vice Chancellor, one of whom will be the Dean of College Development Council or equivalent position in the University and the other must be expert in the concerned subject. v. Two subject experts not connected with the college to be nominated by the Chairperson of the governing body of the college out of a panel of five names recommended by the Vice Chancellor from the list of subject experts approved by the relevant statutory body of the University. Page no. 14 of 149

17 vi. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/ Minority/Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category Associate Professor in Affiliated Colleges (MINORITY COLLEGES): i. The Chairperson of the Governing Body or his or her nominee, from among the members of the Governing body to be the Chairperson of the Selection Committee. ii. The Principal of the College. iii. The Head of the Department of the concerned subject from the college. iv. Two nominees of the Chairperson of the College from out of a panel of five names, preferably from minority communities, recommended by the Vice Chancellor of the University from the list of experts suggested by the relevant statutory body of the college of whom one should be a subject expert. v. Two subject experts not connected with the College to be nominated by the Chairperson of the Governing Body of the College out of the panel of five names, preferably from minority communities, recommended by the Vice Chancellor, from the list of subject experts approved by the relevant statutory body of the College. vi. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category. NOTE: a. The quorum for the meeting should be five of which at least two subject experts out of the three subject experts must be present Professor in Affiliated Colleges The composition of the Selection Committee for the post of Professor in the College shall be similar in composition as that of for the post of Associate Professor set out in the Para and as the case may be College Principal in Affiliated Colleges (NON MINORITY COLLEGES): i. Chairperson of the Governing Body as Chairperson of the Selection Committee. ii. Two members of the Governing Body of the college to be nominated by the Chairperson of whom one shall be an expert in academic administration. iii. One nominee of the Vice Chancellor who shall be a Higher Education expert. iv. Three experts consisting of the Principal of a college, a Professor and an accomplished educationist not below the rank of a Professor (to be nominated by the Governing Body of the college) out of a panel of six experts approved by the relevant statutory body of the University. v. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category College Principal in Affiliated Colleges (MINORITY COLLEGES): i. Chairperson of the Governing Body as Chairperson of the Selection Committee. Page no. 15 of 149

18 ii. Two members of the Governing Body of the college to be nominated by the Chairperson of whom one shall be an expert in academic administration. iii. One nominee of the Chairperson of the College from out of a panel of five names, preferably from minority communities, recommended by the Vice Chancellor of the University of whom one should be a subject expert. iv. Three experts consisting of the Principal of a college, a Professor and an accomplished educationist not below the rank of a Professor (to be nominated by the Governing Body of the college) out of a panel of six experts approved by the relevant statutory body of the University. v. An academician representing SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant, to be nominated by the Vice Chancellor, if any of the above members of the selection committee do not belong to that category. NOTE: a. The quorum for the meeting should be five of which at least two subject experts must be out of the three subject experts. b. All the selection procedures of the selection committee shall be completed on the day of the selection committee meeting itself, wherein, minutes are recorded along with the scoring proforma and recommendation made on the basis of merit with the list of selected and waitlisted candidates/panel of names in order of merit, duly signed by all members of the selection committee. c. The term of appointment of the college principal shall be FIVE years with eligibility for reappointment for one more term only after a similar selection committee process Selection Committees for the posts of Directors, Deputy Directors, Assistant Directors of Physical Education and Sports, Librarians, Deputy Librarians and Assistant Librarians shall be the same as that of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor respectively, except that the expert concerned in Physical Education and Sports or Sports Administration or Library, practicing Librarian/Physical Director, as the case may be, shall be associated with the Selection Committee as one of the subject experts SELECTION PROCEDURES: 10.1 The overall selection procedure shall incorporate transparent, objective and credible methodology of analysis of the merits and credentials of the applicants based on weightages given to the performance of the candidate in different relevant dimensions and his/her performance on a scoring system proforma, based on the Academic Performance Indicators (API) as provided in this Circular in Tables I to IX of APPENDIX I In order to make the system more credible, University/colleges may assess the ability for teaching and/or research aptitude through a seminar or lecture in a class room situation or discussion on the capacity to use latest technology in teaching and research at the interview stage. These procedures can be followed for direct recruitment and CAS promotion wherever selection committees are prescribed in this Circular The University has adopted UGC Regulations for selection committees and selection proceduresincorporating the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) at the institutional level for University Departments andconstituent Page no. 16 of 149

19 Colleges/affiliated colleges (Government aided/autonomous/private Aided Colleges / Private Un aided Colleges) to be followed transparently in all the selection processes. An indicative PBAS proforma for direct recruitment and CASis provided in this Circular in Tables I to IX of APPENDIX I In all the Selection Committees of direct recruitment of teachers and other academic staff in University/Colleges provided herein, an academician representing Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / OBC / Minority / Women/Differently able categories, if any of candidates representing these categories is the applicant and if any of the members of the selection committee do not belong to that category, shall be nominated by the Vice Chancellor or Acting Vice Chancellor of the University. The academician, so nominated for this purpose, shall be one level above the cadre level of the applicant, and such nominee shall ensure that the norms of the Central Government or concerned State Government, in relation to the categories mentioned above, are strictly followed during the selection process The University Departments / Colleges will be required to : i. Obtain a comprehensive list of National /Regional level journals of quality in the concerned subject(s); and a comprehensive list of Indian language journals / periodicals / official publication volumes of language bodies and uploads them on the University website. ii. Obtain the equivalence in respect of Indian language publications, in quality from the University. iii. Provide to the selection committees with the above two lists which could be considered by the selection committees along with the other discipline specific databases. iv. Provide to the selection committee the equivalence in quality of publications in Indian Language Journal developed by University / States with otherwise accepted and recognised journals The process of selection of Associate Professor should involve inviting the bio data with the duly filled Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) proforma developed by the University based on the API criteria provided in this Circular and template provided separately. Without prejudice to the requirements provided for selection of Associate Professor under this circular, the prescription of research publications for promotion from the post Assistant Professor to Associate Professor in colleges shall be as follows: a. For those who possess Ph.D. Degree, a minimum of one publication made during the period of service as Assistant Professor. b. For those who possess M.Phil. Degree, a minimum of two publications made during the period of service as Assistant Professor. c. For those without Ph.D. or M.Phil. Degree, at least three publications during the period of service as Assistant Professor. Provided that in so far as teachers in Universities are concerned, three publications shall be required to be for all three categories mentioned above for consideration of promotion from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor. Provided further that such publications shall be provided to the subject experts for assessment before the interview and the evaluation of the publications by the experts shall be factored into the weightage scores while finalizing the outcome of selection by the Selection Committee The process of selection of Professor shall involve inviting the bio data with duly filled Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) proforma developed by the University based on the API criteria based PBAS set out in this Circular and reprints of five major publications of the candidates. Page no. 17 of 149